One of the best-loved comedians of the twentieth century, Carol Burnett set the standard for the variety shows of the 1960s and 1970s. The Carol Burnett Show (1967-1979) offered a blend of music and comedy and showcased the popular stars of the period. The highlight of the show for many, however, was the opening when Burnett

answered questions from her audience. A number of her characters have become legend, including the char lady, Eunice, Norma Desmond, and the gum-chewing, wise-cracking secretary. Perhaps the most memorable skit of the series took place when Burnett played Scarlet O'Hara to Harvey Korman's Rhett Butler. Decked out in her green velvet curtains, complete with rods, Carol Burnett demonstrated why she is the queen of comedy. The Eunice skits may have been closer to Burnett's own roots than any of the others, allowing her to laugh at the painful...